Individual volunteers perform nearly all of ACCA’s work. Work can be scheduled depending on the availability of the volunteer. Many tasks can be done from home, and all in-person work occurs in Fairfax County, Virginia’s Annandale/Bailey’s Crossroads area. All clients are screened and referred to ACCA by Social Service agencies.
General information about opportunities is listed below. For further information complete the form or email us at volunteers@accacares.org
Critical Volunteer Needs:
Development Assistant
This is an exciting opportunity for a rising nonprofit leader to contribute to ACCA’s continued growth and operational strength. This remote position will support fundraising, donor cultivation, and organizational leadership. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. Excellent written and verbal communication. Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities independently. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and stakeholder groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (or similar platforms); familiarity with fundraising software is a plus. Contact vp@accacares.org for more information or complete the form.
Food Captains – Fully Remote
ACCA is looking for schedulers to coordinate requests for food with drivers to deliver groceries to clients within its service area. This can be done from your home with computer and internet access. This is a fully remote role. Food captains receive requests by email then coordinate these requests and schedule drivers to deliver food to homes. Training is provided. Food captains are asked to work one week per quarter and should be available during business hours. Contact volunteers@accacares.org for more information.
Food Delivery Drivers
ACCA is seeking food delivery drivers in Annandale/Bailey’s Crossroads. There is no fixed commitment. Drivers can work weekly or every few weeks or less as it fits their schedules. Drivers receive a survey at the beginning of the week where they can indicate their availability for the week. Deliveries are between 1:30 and about 5 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Drivers receive food referrals from the food captain, contact the client to ensure they will be home, pick up pre-packed food at the pantry, and drive to the client’s residence. The time involved is usually less than an hour. For further information complete the form or email us at volunteers@accacares.org
Furniture Volunteers
The ACCA furniture team needs volunteers on Friday mornings twice a month.
Volunteers will load the furniture trucks with items to be delivered on Saturdays. Items include bedding (mattresses and box springs), dressers, tables and chairs, end tables, coffee tables, sofas, and assorted small items including linens. Work begins at 10:30 on Friday mornings and is usually completed by noon. Contact furniture@accacares.org or complete the form here.
Drivers
The Shepherd’s Center of Annandale Springfield/ACCA Transportation Program (SCAS), offers rides to medical appointments to clients aged 50 and older using volunteer drivers. ACCA also offers rides to medical appointments for needy clients under age 50 referred to us by our member churches or other organizations.
To learn more or to become a volunteer driver, contact the SCAS office at (703) 941-1419 or email shepherdscas@vacoxmail.com.
For Information on the above or any other ACCA Volunteer Role, please complete this form:
In addition to the opportunities above, a great way to support our work right now is to help your friends and family learn about us and our work in the community. Share our messages and note your support:
- Follow us and share our messages on social media: Facebook
Other Local Volunteer Opportunities are available through Fairfax County and VolunteerFairfax
Scholarship Committee
Each year, ACCA awards college scholarships to high school seniors with disabilities. Scholarship Committee members set up the scholarship and choose the recipient.
Contact: volunteers@accacares.org
Home Repair/Rebuilding Together
Volunteers help with painting, carpentry, yard work and other home maintenance tasks. House captains must be familiar with building trades. Volunteers also provide lunch and snacks. The work is usually scheduled on the last Saturday in April. Contact: volunteers@accacares.org
CROP Walk
Recruiters are needed to publicize the walk and coordinate the walkers. Volunteers also needed to prepare and serve snacks and help with registration one weekend in October. Contact: volunteers@accacares.org